Gesundheitsmanagement im Sport. Konzepte zur Reduktion von Bewegungsmangel
Einsendeaufgabe aus dem Jahr 2020 im Fachbereich Gesundheit - Sport - Sport繹konomie, Sportmanagement, Note: 1,2, Deutsche Hochschule f羹r Pr瓣vention und Gesundheitsmanagement GmbH, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: In dieser Arbeit soll ein Konzept zur Reduzierung von Bewegungsmangel und Pr瓣vention von ?bergewicht und Adipositas bei Kindern und Jugendlichen durch gesundheitssportliche Aktivit瓣t erstellt werden. Um eine klare Abgrenzung zwischen ?bergewicht und Adipositas zu schaffen wird im Folgenden der Body-Mass-Index herangezogen. Dieser wird wie bei Erwachsenen mit der Formel K繹rpergewicht/K繹rpergr繹?e errechnet.
Trainingsplanung im Makro- und im Mesozyklus. Diagnose, Zielsetzung, ?bungen und Prognose
Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2018 im Fachbereich Sport - Sport繹konomie, Sportmanagement, Note: 1,4, Deutsche Hochschule f羹r Pr瓣vention und Gesundheitsmanagement GmbH, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Diese Arbeit ist eine Trainingsplanung im Makro- und im Mesozyklus f羹r eine fiktive Person. Zun瓣chst wird eine Diagnose mittels Krafttest gestellt. Daraufhin werden die Zielsetzung und Prognose festgelegt. Weiterhin wird die Trainingsplanung im Makrozyklus fortgesetzt. Dabei wird der Makrozyklusplan dargestellt. Weiterhin werden Trainingsmethoden, Belastungsparameter und Organisationsformen, sowie die Periodisierung vorgestellt. Daraufhin folgt die Trainingsplanung f羹r den Mesozyklus. Es werden verschiedene ?bungen, wie zum Beispiel die Beinpresse und das Rudern an der Maschine, ausgew瓣hlt und begr羹ndet. Zum Schluss wird tiefer auf die verwendete Literatur "Effekte des Krafttrainings bei R羹ckenbeschwerden" eingegangen.
Marktbeschreibung, Marktanalyse und Marketingplanung am Beispiel des fiktiven Fintessstudios FitnessWorld GmbH & Co. KG in einem neuen Marktgebiet
Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2019 im Fachbereich Sport - Sport繹konomie, Sportmanagement, Note: 1,2, Deutsche Hochschule f羹r Pr瓣vention und Gesundheitsmanagement GmbH, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Im Rahmen dieser Arbeit m繹chte das Unternehmen FitnessWorld GmbH & Compagnie KG (fiktives Unternehmen), welches sich bereits in mehreren deutschen Gro?st瓣dten mit diversen Fitnessstudios erfolgreich positioniert hat, die Stadt D羹sseldorf als neues Marktgebiet erschlie?en. In Frage kommen dabei ein Premium-, Discount-, Damen-, EMS- und Functionalstudio. In dieser Arbeit wird auf das Premiumstudio der FitnessWorld GmbH & Compagnie KG mit dem Namen EliteFit GmbH (fiktives Fitnessstudio) eingegangen. Zun瓣chst soll eine Marktbeschreibung erfolgen, in welcher allgemeine Informationen 羹ber den Unternehmenstyp, Lage und Standort des Studios und zwei Marktgebieten dargestellt werden. Im Anschluss wird eine Marktumfeld-, sowie Wettbewerbsanalyse durchgef羹hrt. Eine Marketingplanung schlie?t die Projektarbeit ab, auf deren Basis eine Expansionsentscheidung getroffen werden soll. Um die im sp瓣teren Verlauf der Arbeit dargestellte Marketingplanung genau ausarbeiten zu k繹nnen ist die Definition einer geeigneten Zielgruppe unabdingbar. Die Zielgruppe des Premiumstudios EliteFit setzt sich aus folgenden Teilbereichen zusammen: Geografische-, demografische-, sozio繹konomische- und psychografische Merkmale. Die Zielgruppe von EliteFit sind demnach Frauen und M瓣nner im Alter von 25-60 Jahren, die in D羹sseldorf leben. Sie alle haben ein gro?es Interesse an Fitness, Wellness und einem gesunden Lebensstil. Das monatliche Haushaltseinkommen liegt bei 2500 - 5000 .
Fishing Journal
This guided journal includes places to record "what," "where," and "how many," as well as information about bait, water and weather conditions, and anything else of note.
Freshwater Fishing
Improve Your Skills with This Simple Guide to Catching FishGet started fishing or get better at it with secret tips and easy-to-follow instructions. Skip all the fluff and go straight to the information you want to know in this photo-illustrated booklet.Pocket-size format--easier than laminated foldoutsIntroductory information for beginners, including everything you need to know about rods, reels, lines, lures, and more"Target species" section focusing on desirable types of fish, with equipment recommendations and tricks for catching each speciesIdeas for preparing your fish for the tableExpert author with a lifetime of experience
Working Where Your Heart Is
Are you feeling a little lost? Amidst the landscape of the global Covid-19 pandemic, a lot of us are feeling more uncertain than ever about our futures, especially when it comes to our careers.Many of us have had a sample of working from home for the first time and realized simultaneously that there is so much more out there... and that we're horribly unprepared for those next steps. Technology has developed so that it's possible to work from literally anywhere, at any time. But are you ready for that?Author Kristine Hudson (How to Choose the Ultimate Side-Hustle: Making Money and Being Your Own Boss, How to Live the Dream: Things Every Van Lifer Needs to Know) understands the feelings of uncertainty and under-preparedness that come with leaving the traditional office building behind. In her most personal book to date, she shares the steps she and her husband Brad took when they left the office behind for personal freedom. The honest anecdotes and exercises that come from a place of experience, you'll learn more about the "why's, where's, and how's" of working from anywhere you'd like to be.Though Ms. Hudson is an experienced van lifer, the tips shared in this book are designed for anyone who has dreamed of working remotely. In Working Where Your Heart Is: Finding Success Outside The Traditional Office, you'll learn: ✓How to gauge your readiness for working from home or the road✓The steps to setting up your personal workspace✓Engaging in higher levels of productivity beyond the cubicle walls✓Maintaining expectations and deadlines from any location you can imagine✓Balancing work and life from your home office or your 1985 VanagonIf you've ever dreamed of never working from an office again...If you crave control over your own day...If you're currently living the #vanlife and need to know what to do when the money starts to run out...Working Where Your Heart Is: Finding Success Outside The Traditional Office is a "must-read" to get you to the next step in your working life.This book provides tips and exercises for anyone who has considered leaving the 9-5 office-based workday behind. From determining why you want to make this change, to figuring out how to set up your workspace beyond cubicle walls, you'll find more information in "Working Where Your Heart Is: Finding Success Outside The Traditional Office," the third publication from author Kristine Hudson.
The Truth Zone
Four Guys, One Girl, all crammed into one four-person tent...Imagine being the first of your team to rappel off a cliff, not knowing with certainty there will be enough rope before reaching that little ledge below. Or imagine climbing Mt. Shasta in winter only 1,500 feet from the summit when your crampon breaks. There are 15 Peaks in California above 14,000 feet elevation, known as "The California 14ers," some of them more technical than others, but they all offer up challenges. This book offers a glimpse of what it is like to climb these majestic mountains.It is not surprising to anyone that has seen the awe-inspiring view from a mountain summit that the wonder of nature is experienced as a primal, spiritual feeling. Knife-like ridges, and peaks with naked summits while their bases are blanketed in ice and glaciers, instill a sense of wonderment. Sometimes the summit leaves you speechless as you soak it all in. Prayers of gratitude for this beautiful view and thanks for a successful climb are common. Those moments before you reach the summit are another story. Slogging away at altitude, step by exhausting step, you move yourself forward by any means possible. Your brain gets a little foggy, and sometimes you blurt out whatever is on your mind. Fortunately anything you say above 13,000 feet doesn't count against you. We learned that in the winter of 2008, a thousand vertical feet from the summit of Mt. Shasta, when Deborah promised Adrian that he would never again have to take her up another mountain if she could just make it to the top. There is something about reaching that mark that tends to make mountaineers spill their guts. For the most part, it was pretty entertaining as people disclosed secret crushes, hopes, erotic dreams, and private disappointment. At this altitude and often on exposed, airy ledges, we discovered the real truth: that not only did we have to count on each other, but that we actually could count on each other. This is why we call it The Truth Zone.
Blessings for the Backpack of the Soul
Pilgrims and other backpackers, here's food for thought as you walk! Inspired by the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile path across northern Spain, this book offers eloquent messages from every continent, across many religious traditions and ways of knowing. Whether you want to plead for strength, give thanks for nature, request divine guidance, or ponder your life goals, it's all here. The book features prayers, poems, and song lyrics from fifteen different countries - and the material is easy to share with Spanish-speakers, as most items are presented with translations.
A Guide to the Big Game Hunt of Your Dreams,
This book is written for you, the one who dreams of bigger adventures. I hope to inspire you with my stories and motivate you to have the will and discipline to achieve your dreams. I want to give you the tools that will help make your experience enjoyable and successful. I wish nothing more than for others to experience the same adventures and opportunities that have become vivid memories in my head. Going on my first hunt, I expected a few days of hunting and a trophy picture; what I got was a new perspective on life, spirituality and the love of the entire process. This book is full of hunting stories, misadventures and mistakes. I then give you step by step procedures to plan, book and be successful on a hunt. The lessons learned are laid out so that you can easily go back to find them the moment you need them. I want others to reap the benefits of what I learned, making their own experience mind-blowing.Along my journey, I learned booking a hunt can be a little overwhelming yet very rewarding. I never thought I could afford to hunt like this, but changing my attitude was all I needed to start saving toward my goal. As I hunted, I noticed others not enjoying themselves as much as they should, and my approach seemed to bring me more success. There is a significant investment in time and money, so it was important for me to do everything possible to do it right. In that process I learned a lot, and all of this snowballed into the idea that if I wrote a book, I could help fulfill the dreams of other hunters.This is a must read for anyone who enjoys hunting, reads countless hunting stories and is glued to hunting shows. It should inspire you to pursue that dream. It will step you through the process helping you get the most out of an adventure. It will create a mindset where you will feel successful the day you leave on the trip. It forces you to be honest with your goals, yourself and your vision of success and eliminates disappointment. It can and will change your life. No matter how good you are, the written word, the video or the picture cannot ever convey the sights, smells and adrenaline rushed thrills of doing it yourself. Once you enter the world of hunting, you will surely know what I mean. This book will help you get the most out of every second of the journey. My stories are nothing more than the memories and passion that resides in my head and I want everyone to experience that. Each hunter in your family needs a copy of this book. Every 10-year-old girl or boy should read it, so they can decide if they want to pursue this noble and rewarding sport. Non-hunting spouses and family members can get a feel for why we love it. An anti-hunter might just get a glimpse of what the hunting culture is all about.I hope it changes your life. It changed mine and the experience made me a better person!
American Axe
From hand-forged axes of the Viking conquests to the American homesteader's felling axe, this is a tool that has shaped human history like few others. American Axe pays tribute to this iconic instrument of settlement and industry, with rich history, stunning photography, and profiles of the most collectible vintage axes such as The Woodslasher, Keen Cutter, and True Temper Perfect. Combining his experiences as a forester, axe collector, and former competitive lumberjack, author Brett McLeod conveys the allure of this deceptively simple woodcutting implement and celebrates the resurging interest in its story and use.
Crimson Arrows
Crimson Arrows: A Bowhunting Odyssey, is written from the heart and soul of a bowhunter. Spanning three decades of his adventures, Eyad Yehyawi takes you through the emotions, heartbreaks, and successes from his earliest years in Iowa, to physically and psychologically challenging backcountry hunts in Alaska and Canada, to a breathtaking African safari. Every setback and missed opportunity is revealed, along with the rewards earned through hard work and perseverance. Through these 32 stories, Eyad defines his passion for the outdoors, including the disappointments and mishaps, sleepless nights and tears, and a few instances where death comes calling. With intense descriptions of his surroundings, animal behavior, and imposing weather conditions, Eyad engages all your senses as you share his adventures. Whether you long for giant whitetails and spring gobblers, are passionate to pursue mountain goats and moose in Alaska, dream of wading across the tundra for caribou, hope to stalk musk oxen in the Arctic, or aspire to trail a horse-killing cougar in the mountains of Alberta, you'll find stories here to inspire you.
Sporting Realities
Despite the increasing number of popular and celebrated sports documentaries in contemporary culture, such as ESPN's 30 for 30 series, there has been little scholarly engagement with this genre. Sports documentaries, like all films, do not merely showcase objective reality but rather construct specific versions of sporting culture that serve distinct economic, industrial, institutional, historical, and sociopolitical ends ripe for criticism, contextualization, and exploration. Sporting Realities brings together a diverse group of scholars to probe the sports documentary's cultural meanings, aesthetic practices, industrial and commercial dimensions, and political contours across historical, social, medium-specific, and geographic contexts. It considers and critiques the sports documentary's visible and powerful position in contemporary culture and forges novel connections between the study of nonfiction media and sport.
Casting Forward
In Casting Forward, naturalist, educator, and writer Steve Ramirez takes the reader on a year-long journey fly-fishing all of the major rivers of the Texas Hill Country.
Sporting Realities
Despite the increasing number of popular and celebrated sports documentaries in contemporary culture, such as ESPN's 30 for 30 series, there has been little scholarly engagement with this genre. Sports documentaries, like all films, do not merely showcase objective reality but rather construct specific versions of sporting culture that serve distinct economic, industrial, institutional, historical, and sociopolitical ends ripe for criticism, contextualization, and exploration. Sporting Realities brings together a diverse group of scholars to probe the sports documentary's cultural meanings, aesthetic practices, industrial and commercial dimensions, and political contours across historical, social, medium-specific, and geographic contexts. It considers and critiques the sports documentary's visible and powerful position in contemporary culture and forges novel connections between the study of nonfiction media and sport.
Crimson Arrows
Crimson Arrows: A Bowhunting Odyssey, is written from the heart and soul of a bowhunter. Spanning three decades of his adventures, Eyad Yehyawi takes you through the emotions, heartbreaks, and successes from his earliest years in Iowa, to physically and psychologically challenging backcountry hunts in Alaska and Canada, to a breathtaking African safari. Every setback and missed opportunity is revealed, along with the rewards earned through hard work and perseverance. Through these 32 stories, Eyad defines his passion for the outdoors, including the disappointments and mishaps, sleepless nights and tears, and a few instances where death comes calling. With intense descriptions of his surroundings, animal behavior, and imposing weather conditions, Eyad engages all your senses as you share his adventures. Whether you long for giant whitetails and spring gobblers, are passionate to pursue mountain goats and moose in Alaska, dream of wading across the tundra for caribou, hope to stalk musk oxen in the Arctic, or aspire to trail a horse-killing cougar in the mountains of Alberta, you'll find stories here to inspire you.
The 50 Greatest Players in Chicago Bears History
In The 50 Greatest Players in Chicago Bears History, sports historian Robert W. Cohen ranks the top 50 players ever to perform for one of the NFL's most historic franchises
Between Each Step
Shedding years of societal conditioning that dictates school, work and life, Patrice and Justin La Vigne do their best to maintain a nomadic whimsy. However, this nontraditional life presents just as many moments of joy and grace as moments of stress and hardship. It's in the rawness of long-distance hiking that the couple builds confidence to continue their "life less ordinary."In 2014-15, Patrice and Justin opted for the human-powered route to explore New Zealand. For four months, they tramped along Te Araroa, a continuous trail gaining notoriety stretching roughly 2,000 miles from Cape Reinga at the top of the North Island to Bluff at the bottom of the South Island. The adventure would either strengthen their bond to each other and their commitment to a nontraditional life, or it would break them apart. This travel memoir powerfully captures the essence of trail life, New Zealand's unique culture and the tradeoffs to an off-the-beaten path trajectory. Told with suspense, style and humor, backpackers and armchair adventurers alike will learn that this newly created trail in an exotic locale is sometimes zany, but the healthy vulnerability to its rugged nature rewards self-awareness and growth. Readers will feel the pain of every blister, experience the fear of life-threatening tides and be blown away by the hospitality of the Kiwi people, all at the same time.
Shelters, Shacks and Shanties - With 1914 Cover and Over 300 Original Illustrations
""Shelters, Shacks, and Shanties"" was written and illustrated by Daniel C. Beard in 1914. He was one of the founders of the Boy Scouts movement in America. The book explains how to build shelters, from the simplest requiring a hatchet, to elaborate constructions such as a homestead. The book is addressed to ""boys of all ages"". This version comes illustrated with Beard's 338 pen and ink drawings, as well as a cover based upon the original 1914 cover design. The book tells you how to build: Sod Ho
Camping It Up!
Whilst providing much invaluable information for those considering backpacking or walking the Cleveland Way, the book contains memoirs of the authors many times of completing it.
Hoosier Beginnings
Hoosier Beginnings tells the story of Indiana University athletics from its founding in 1867 to the interwar period. Crammed full of rare images and little-known anecdotes, it recounts how sport at IU developed from its very first baseball team, made up mostly of local Bloomington townsfolks, to the rich and powerful tradition that is the "Hoosier" legacy. Hoosier Beginnings uncovers fascinating stories that have been lost to time and showcases how Indiana University athletics built its foundation as a pivotal team in sports history. Learn about the fatal train collision that nearly stopped IU athletics in its tracks; IU's first African American football player; the infamous Baseball Riot of 1913; how a horde of students grabbed axes and chopped down 200 apple trees to make way for a new gymnasium; and the legendary 1910 football team that didn't allow a single touchdown all season--but still lost a game. Most importantly, it attempts to answer the burning question, where did the "Hoosiers" get their mysterious name?
Desert Hiking Tips
An essential primer for hiking through desert terrain. Learn the character of desert backcountry and how to adventure well through prickly flora, amidst often poisonous fauna. Stay hydrated even miles away from fresh water sources, find the right gear, and set up camp for what can be a magical night under the desert sky.
Duelo por alpinismo
Pia nos lleva, de forma clara y sensible, a comprender las complejidades que suelen suscitarse ante una p矇rdida ambigua, t矇rmino acu簽ado hace a簽os por la Dra. Pauline Boss, y que describe el proceso devastador que acompa簽a la incertidumbre, las preguntas sin respuesta y la ausencia de un cuerpo que honrar y que ayude a aceptar la realidad de los hechos.A trav矇s del caso que nos presenta Pia, Lenny nos habla desde su experiencia c籀mo se encontraba en medio del duelo, "llorando y andando". As穩 es como se enfrentan los grandes retos de la vida; es de esta forma como cada ser humano demuestra que nos doblamos pero no nos rompemos ante el sufrimiento, por dif穩cil que pueda resultar.Este ensayo bien puede ayudar a todos aquellos que se encuentran en situaciones similares para tomar aliento en medio del caos y conocer los recursos psicoemocionales y sociales que pueden favorecer el proceso de duelo. Me parece fundamental contar con materiales como 矇ste que nos regala Pia y aceptar que siempre habr獺 un dolor residual que puede ser vivido como celebraci籀n de aquel ser querido que sin estar, sigue actuando en las vidas de todos aquellos que lo han amado.
The Natural Navigator, Tenth Anniversary Edition
Before GPS, before the compass, and even before cartography, humankind was navigating. A windswept tree, the depth of a puddle, or a trill of birdsong could point the way home, and they still do--if you know how to look. With The Natural Navigator, his first book, Tristan Gooley invited us to notice the directional clues hidden all around: in the sun, moon, stars, clouds, weather patterns, lengthening shadows, changing tides, growing plants, and habits of wildlife. A decade after publication, this modern classic still reminds us that we can find south by joining the horns of the crescent moon--and find adventure in our own backyards.
Professional Basketball in 1939-40
Professional Basketball in 1939-40: On the Cusp of Depression and WarBy: John Hogrogian Professional basketball began its modern history in 1946, when the postwar economy put money in the hands of working people. Basketball promoters were invested in the professional game as a new winter spectator sport. Only after 1960 did the sport begin to achieve the big-time status that it now enjoys.The postwar sport was built on an ill-funded, unglamorous industry that survived through the hard times of the Great Depression. There is little historical treatment of that earlier game. Pro Basketball in 1939-40 takes a detailed view of one season, as the Depression ground on. World War II, however, had started in Europe and would soon change everything about pro basketball in the United States. About the AuthorJohn Hogrogian is an attorney living in Brooklyn, NY. He is retired from a career as a lawyer for the New York City government. For most of his life, he has played baseball, football, and basketball for fun, if not very well. For most of his adult life, John has done historical research into those three sports in their pre-World War II days. He finds it a great thrill, a kind of time travel.
Camping Journal, And So The Adventure Begins
This Camping Journal Planner/ Notebook for campers is a great way to capture & remember each and every special memory about your vacation camping trips & adventures. Includes writing prompts for: Contact Page - Write your name.Camping Calendar - Undated, color in the dates you went camping.Camping Tracker - Track Where You've Been (Campsite, Site Location, Date)Camping Reservation - Address, Phone Number, Reservation Details, Food, Activities.Campground Amenities - Check boxes for water, electricity, sewer, wifi, showers, swimming, fishing, etc.Camping Shopping List - Make your list of things you need to buy for the trip.Family Camping Checklist - Detailed check boxes for Important Gear, Food Supplies, Clothing, Tools & Supplies, Misc Items & Other.Camping Supplies - Your own personal list of things you need to pack.Camping Checklist - Shelter, Food, Essentials, Comfort, Clothing, Personal, Important, Entertainment, Cleaning, Misc.Meal Planner - Space for writing your meals for each day of the week plus snacks.Activity - Write the activities you participated in for each day of the week, the fun things you did.Camping Journal Pages - Date, What You Did Today, Highlights Of The Day, Favorite Memory On The Road.Fishing Expedition - Keep Track Of The Fish You Catch, Lake/ Area, Type Of Fish, Weight.Hiking Checklist - Detailed check boxes for Clothing, Equipment, Food & Supplies, Camping Gear, Misc, Other.Hiking Journal - Record the information & details of you hike. Trail, Location, Elevation Gain/ Loss, Distance, Duration, Trail Type, Difficulty, Start/ End Time, Weather, Blank Lined Notes.Enough space for 8 camping trips. Will also make a great gift for people who love summer camping trips, family, and friends. Can be for adults & kids. Just makes great gifts for birth day. Easy to use. Get one for your next camping trip! Size is 8x10 inches, 150 page, paperback, soft matte finish cover, white paper, black ink, camping journals & books.
Scuba PioneerDiving from the 1950’s to the Present
Welcome To A Whole New Underwater World...Whether you're new to the sport of scuba diving, considering giving it a try, or a seasoned veteran, you will enjoy reading the insights from someone who has been diving for more than half a century. You'll appreciate how advancements in equipment have changed and made it easier than ever for more people to enjoy the vast underwater world that, for most, remains a hidden mystery. Are you ready to dive in?Why settle to read only facts and statistics about what can become a lifelong hobby, when you can benefit from reading a story? This book shares with you one man's journey of "taking the plunge", from swimming across the surface of the water to diving down to explore vast reaches of magical world invisible to those above.
Mr. America
For most of the twentieth century, the "Mr. America" image epitomized muscular manhood. From humble beginnings in 1939 at a small gym in Schenectady, New York, the Mr. America Contest became the world's premier bodybuilding event over the next thirty years. Rooted in ancient Greek virtues of health, fitness, beauty, and athleticism, it showcased some of the finest specimens of American masculinity. Interviewing nearly one hundred major figures in the physical culture movement (including twenty-five Mr. Americas) and incorporating copious printed and manuscript sources, John D. Fair has created the definitive study of this iconic phenomenon. Revealing the ways in which the contest provided a model of functional and fit manhood, Mr. America captures the event's path to idealism and its slow descent into obscurity. As the 1960s marked a turbulent transition in American society-from the civil rights movement to the rise of feminism and increasing acceptance of homosexuality-Mr. America changed as well. Exploring the influence of other bodily displays, such as the Mr. Universe and Mr. Olympia contests and the Miss America Pageant, Fair focuses on commercialism, size obsession, and drugs that corrupted the competition's original intent. Accessible and engaging, Mr. America is a compelling portrayal of the glory days of American muscle.
Turkey Tails and Tales from Across the USA
This book is a collection of stories written by one of America's most traveled and experienced turkey hunters; a man who has taken multiple toms from 49 states. Such a feat didn't come easily, so you might expect these pages to fairly drip with wise words of wisdom and sage advice on how to hunt those wily, elusive birds...and they do. However, "Doc" Weddle didn't write an instruction manual. Instead, he takes the reader on a trip down memory lane to recall exciting hunts which helped shape him into becoming the true "Turkey Man" that he is today. Novice or veteran readers alike will undoubtedly gain valuable knowledge here, but the author is first and foremost a storyteller, and he has written this book simply to entertain his audience in a manner reminiscent of outdoorsmen standing around campfires and sharing the colorful details of their hunts with cohorts and companions. The tales told between these covers will propel the reader across every geological region of the United States; from the hot, humid, jungle habitat of southern Florida, to the arid, cactus-laden plains of the desert southwest, and right on up into the snow-capped mountain states...plus, nearly everywhere else, in between! Whether Doc is chasing after the Rio Grande, Osceola, Eastern, or Merriam's subspecies, these accounts are bound to strike a chord with fellow turkey hunters, for they come straight from the heart of a man who has literally designed a life around hunting turkeys all spring long, and wherever he chooses to go. Additionally, there is an element of awe factor involved here, since just about every one of these tales take place on public lands. Few people would be willing to endure the hardships inherent in following such a difficult path, but our author prides himself on persevering through adverse conditions, and excelling in tough environments where others tread lightly, if at all. The reality is that he's been doing this very thing for over three decades, and never returns home without new and exciting stories to tell. His cooler usually contains fresh turkey meat, as well. These accounts of pursuing the "poor man's big game" are filled with all the joys and jubilations that come from a remarkable lifetime spent afield, but they're also spiced with the problems and occasional heartbreaks which inevitably occur during any difficult quest pursued. Exciting and fascinating encounters with wildlife (both animal, and human) seem to be a regular occurrence on the long and winding path of Doc's travels, and anyone who shares his same passions for early morning sunrises spent communicating with America's Grandest Gamebird is bound to enjoy reading this book.
Jewish Sports Legends
Following the 1972 Olympics one sportswriter referred to Mark Spitz, winner of seven gold medals, as "the first great Jewish athlete." He couldn't have been more wrong. As Jewish Sports Legends shows, Jews have excelled at athletics for centuries. This engaging volume illuminates the lives and unforgettable accomplishments of Jews in virtually every major sport played worldwide. Baseball stars Sandy Koufax and Hank Greenberg, basketball's Red Auerbach and Dolph Schayes, and football's Sid Luckman and Marv Levy are only a few notable examples. With photographs accompanying almost every sports personality, this fifth edition introduces some famous and some not-so-famous Jewish sports greats throughout history. More than eighty new entries have been added to the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame since 2005, among them Lyle Alzado, Max Baer, Ira Berkow, Kenny Bernstein, Sasha Cohen, Shawn Green, Donna Geils Orender, Aly Raisman, and Bud Selig. While most of those profiled are professional sport champions and Olympic gold medalists, the book also features great coaches, officials, journalists, and other significant contributors in every major sport.
K2, the Savage Mountain
The 1953 American expedition to the second highest peak in the world.
Turkey Tails and Tales from Across the USA
This is the second book in a series of turkey hunting recollections written by Tom "Doc" Weddle. It details not only the excitement and thrills generated during his annual 12-week trek across America chasing after this greatest of gamebirds, but also many of the trials and tribulations suffered along the way. The author's first volume took his readers along for the ride as he learned the turkey hunting game from 1983-1993, and this one covers the years 1994-2000. Alternating chapters expound upon themes which he just feels like talking about. Weddle is one of the country's most traveled turkey hunters, so his stories and opinions will undoubtedly be of interest to anyone sharing in his springtime passions. Although the book wasn't designed as an instruction manual, there's a wealth of knowledge contained within its storytelling pages. Furthermore, the author's conversational style of writing makes for easy, enjoyable reading. Since 1983, Doc Weddle's single-minded compulsion for turkey hunting has led him to every state which holds a spring season. Alaska is the only one that doesn't. No other hunter in America has killed at least two birds in every one of these states, and yet Weddle is now only five states away from having accomplished this amazing feat four times. What's more, he can boast of having taken toms on public land in every state except North Dakota, which doesn't allow non-residents that opportunity. Obviously, this is a man who loves turkey hunting more than just about anything else in the world. A book written by him comes from a rather unique perspective, and as more and more hunters across America seek to complete their own coveted U.S. Super Slam, they will undoubtedly find his experiences, tips, and advice of great value. Turkey hunters throughout the ages have always enjoyed sharing tales of their maddening encounters with an adversary so adept at making them look inept, and Weddle is a good storyteller who clearly reveres and honors this noble bird. He's also an astute student of the turkey hunting game and its traditions, and his writings reflect the same sort of values and desire to do things the "right" way as steered the old-time "Turkey Men" of the past. Those fellows fully understood how consistently losing to a bird-brained opponent was a perfectly acceptable outcome, and Doc Weddle gets that, as well. After all, success in this sport can't be measured by the number of dead birds to a man's credit. Rather; it's the very difficulties encountered along the way! Reading Doc's books will help you to understand all of that...and give you a glimpse of the inner drive which defines folks like him.
Golden Years, Golden Hours
Golden Years, Golden Hours is Paul Vang's second book, following Sweeter than Candy: a Hunter's Journal, writing about his passion for the outdoors, especially fly-fishing, upland bird hunting, and Labrador retrievers.In this new book, the author takes the reader through the seasons of the year, some of the many places where he has cast a fly or lure for trout, salmon, bass and muskies, and some of the people he's met along the way. He also shares his treasured memories of many hunting outings with a beloved Labrador retriever and the inevitable sorrow of saying farewell.The author also muses on the process of aging, relishing that he's able to continue an active outdoor lifestyle, while also recognizing, without being maudlin about it, that he has a lot more seasons behind him than ahead of him, even if he doesn't think he's ready to be a Senior Citizen.
Shadows of Greatness
"A dear friend gave me one of Andy's books and I was captivated by the stories of the lives and contributions of people in sports that I already admired as well as some I did not know. To say that Andy is a master storyteller is an understatement, as everything I have read by Andy since then has been just as interesting, fun to read, entertaining and informative as that first book. Thanks for the literary contributions Andy. If it's by you, I'm certain it's going to be a great read." Kent Hill, 1st round pick by the Los Angeles Rams. Offensive Guard 1979-1987
Hoosier Beginnings
Hoosier Beginnings tells the story of Indiana University athletics from its founding in 1867 to the interwar period. Crammed full of rare images and little-known anecdotes, it recounts how sport at IU developed from its very first baseball team, made up mostly of local Bloomington townsfolks, to the rich and powerful tradition that is the "Hoosier" legacy. Hoosier Beginnings uncovers fascinating stories that have been lost to time and showcases how Indiana University athletics built its foundation as a pivotal team in sports history. Learn about the fatal train collision that nearly stopped IU athletics in its tracks; IU's first African American football player; the infamous Baseball Riot of 1913; how a horde of students grabbed axes and chopped down 200 apple trees to make way for a new gymnasium; and the legendary 1910 football team that didn't allow a single touchdown all season--but still lost a game. Most importantly, it attempts to answer the burning question, where did the "Hoosiers" get their mysterious name?
Sport and Protest
Sporting mega-events habitually spawn protests from local groups discommoded by the building of new infrastructure, environmental lobbies contesting the long-term legacies of such events, and expressions of outrage at the expenditure of public funds on events often restricted to an elite selection of participants and spectators. Are these protest movements ever successful in preventing sporting events from taking place or in modifying their nature, or even in drawing attention to social issues? Or are they inevitably destined to be ignored in the popular fervour and financial windfall that accompanies such events? Similarly, sporting events have occasionally been the site of iconic moments of political protest. Tommie Smith's and John Carlos' 'Black Power' salute at the Mexico Olympics in 1968, for example, remains one of the abiding symbols of resistance to oppression expressed in a sporting context. What is it about sport that lends itself to these kinds of protests? Are these protests effective in accelerating change in society or does the sporting context ultimately serve to trivialize important social issues? Here we endeavour to respond to some of these questions and thereby illuminate the evolving political, economic, environmental and cultural implications of sport in society. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue in The International Journal of The History of Sport.
Turkey Tails and Tales from Across the USA
This book is a collection of stories written by one of America's most traveled and experienced turkey hunters; a man who has taken multiple toms from 49 states. Such a feat didn't come easily, so you might expect these pages to fairly drip with wise words of wisdom and sage advice on how to hunt those wily, elusive birds...and they do. However, "Doc" Weddle didn't write an instruction manual. Instead, he takes the reader on a trip down memory lane to recall exciting hunts which helped shape him into becoming the true "Turkey Man" that he is today. Novice or veteran readers alike will undoubtedly gain valuable knowledge here, but the author is first and foremost a storyteller, and he has written this book simply to entertain his audience in a manner reminiscent of outdoorsmen standing around campfires and sharing the colorful details of their hunts with cohorts and companions.The tales told between these covers will propel the reader across every geological region of the United States; from the hot, humid, jungle habitat of southern Florida, to the arid, cactus-laden plains of the desert southwest, and right on up into the snow-capped mountain states...plus, nearly everywhere else, in between! Whether Doc is chasing after the Rio Grande, Osceola, Eastern, or Merriam's subspecies, these accounts are bound to strike a chord with fellow turkey hunters, for they come straight from the heart of a man who has literally designed a life around hunting turkeys all spring long, and wherever he chooses to go. Additionally, there is an element of awe factor involved here, since just about every one of these tales take place on public lands. Few people would be willing to endure the hardships inherent in following such a difficult path, but our author prides himself on persevering through adverse conditions, and excelling in tough environments where others tread lightly, if at all. The reality is that he's been doing this very thing for over three decades, and never returns home without new and exciting stories to tell. His cooler usually contains fresh turkey meat, as well. These accounts of pursuing the "poor man's big game" are filled with all the joys and jubilations that come from a remarkable lifetime spent afield, but they're also spiced with the problems and occasional heartbreaks which inevitably occur during any difficult quest pursued. Exciting and fascinating encounters with wildlife (both animal, and human) seem to be a regular occurrence on the long and winding path of Doc's travels, and anyone who shares his same passions for early morning sunrises spent communicating with America's Grandest Gamebird is bound to enjoy reading this book.
Turkey Tails and Tales from Across the USA
This is the second book in a series of turkey hunting recollections written by Tom "Doc" Weddle. It details not only the excitement and thrills generated during his annual 12-week trek across America chasing after this greatest of gamebirds, but also many of the trials and tribulations suffered along the way. The author's first volume took his readers along for the ride as he learned the turkey hunting game from 1983-1993, and this one covers the years 1994-2000. Alternating chapters expound upon themes which he just feels like talking about. Weddle is one of the country's most traveled turkey hunters, so his stories and opinions will undoubtedly be of interest to anyone sharing in his springtime passions. Although the book wasn't designed as an instruction manual, there's a wealth of knowledge contained within its storytelling pages. Furthermore, the author's conversational style of writing makes for easy, enjoyable reading. Since 1983, Doc Weddle's single-minded compulsion for turkey hunting has led him to every state which holds a spring season. Alaska is the only one that doesn't. No other hunter in America has killed at least two birds in every one of these states, and yet Weddle is now only five states away from having accomplished this amazing feat four times. What's more, he can boast of having taken toms on public land in every state except North Dakota, which doesn't allow non-residents that opportunity. Obviously, this is a man who loves turkey hunting more than just about anything else in the world. A book written by him comes from a rather unique perspective, and as more and more hunters across America seek to complete their own coveted U.S. Super Slam, they will undoubtedly find his experiences, tips, and advice of great value. Turkey hunters throughout the ages have always enjoyed sharing tales of their maddening encounters with an adversary so adept at making them look inept, and Weddle is a good storyteller who clearly reveres and honors this noble bird. He's also an astute student of the turkey hunting game and its traditions, and his writings reflect the same sort of values and desire to do things the "right" way as steered the old-time "Turkey Men" of the past. Those fellows fully understood how consistently losing to a bird-brained opponent was a perfectly acceptable outcome, and Doc Weddle gets that, as well. After all, success in this sport can't be measured by the number of dead birds to a man's credit. Rather; it's in the very difficulties encountered, and in how those shape him! Reading Doc's books will help you to understand all of that...and give you a glimpse of the inner drive which defines folks like him.
Hiking the Hawaiian Islands
Covering forty of the best hikes on the Hawaiian Islands, this revised and updated guide offers something for every hiker--from easy nature walks to strenuous day hikes. Each featured hike includes a route description; at-a-glance data such as distance and difficulty level; thorough directions to the trailhead; directional cues; and a detailed, accurate trail map.Inside you'll find full-color photos and maps; information on approximate hiking times, canine compatibility, and fees and permits required; and sidebars on local lore, points of interest, and area wildlife.
Schenectady’s Best
Pat Riley, Shirley Muldowney, Jeff Blatnick, and Barry Kramer all made athletic marks on the national and even international scene. They are all products of a small county in New York called Schenectady. But these names are merely the tip of the iceberg. In this tribute to one hundred of the best athletes/coaches to live in Schenectady, we meet men and women who have spanned the course of the century (the 20th century!). In SCHENECTADY'S BEST 100 Athletes in One Hundred Years you'll go as far back as the World War I years when Frank Taberski and George "Pinky" Gardner were becoming world champions in billiards and wrestling, respectively. You'll finish with current NFL rookie sensation Andre Davis. The Schenectady sports story is still unfolding.
Mine Eyes to the Hills - An Anthology of Deer-Stalking in the Highland Forest - Illustrated by V. Balfour-Browne
This early work by Patrick R. Chalmers was originally published in the early 20th century and we are now republishing it. 'Mine Eyes to the Hills' is a wonderful work on the Highland forests of Scotland and the hunting to be found there.
Snowden Slights, Wildfowler
Originally published in 1912. Snowden Slights was better known as "The Last of the Yorkshire Wildfowlers". This well illustrated book contains many fascinating reminiscences of his life: The Derwent Valley - Punts and Punt Shooting - Guns, Dress and Dogs - Wildfowl and Wildfowling - Punt Gun Shots - Flight Shooting - Flight Netting - Decoys - Salmon and Eel Netting - Lamprey Netting - Eel Trapping - Birds of the Derwent Valley, etc. Many of the earliest field sports books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Learning to Sail
Start your lifelong adventure on the water with Learning to Sail by H. A. Calahan. First published in 1932 and revised many times, this book is arguably the most influential and enduring instructional manual for beginner and intermediate sailors in American yachting history. Calahan, a keen sailor and gifted instructor, wrote a manual that is praised for its thoroughness, clarity, and systematic approach to teaching every necessary skill. He takes the reader far beyond the basics of merely sailing in a straight line, delving into the underlying theory and science needed for true mastery and seamanship. Designed especially for the 'landlubber', this volume provides just enough information to enable anyone to take out a small boat and bring her back safely. Contents include: What It's All About The Selection of a Boat Type of Boat for Beginner About the Cat-Boat The Mooring Acquiring a Vocabulary Looking Her Over--Preliminary Warnings Three Useful Knots Bending and Hoisting Sail Reefing The Theory of Sailing Before the Wind Sailing to Windward Reaching This book is considered an indispensable cornerstone of any maritime library, recommended by generations of instructors for its ability to transform a novice into a competent, confident, and knowledgeable sailor.
Partridge Shooting and Driving in the U.K. and Around the World
This fascinating book contains a series of detailed accounts of partridge hunting in the U.K and around the world. A book that will greatly appeal to those with an interest in the hunting of wildfowl, this antique text makes a great addition to any collections of hunting literature and is not to be missed by discerning enthusiasts. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its literary value, with the hope that its contents can be read and enjoyed for years to come. We are proud to republish 'Partridge Shooting and Driving in the U.K. and Around the World' here complete with a new introduction to the subject.
Pheasant Hunting
This book contains a detailed account of the author's exciting experiences pheasant hunting, written in the style of an engaging first-person narrative. Complete with a number of beautiful paintings and illustrations, this antique text will greatly appeal to those with an interest in hunting and is well deserving of a place atop any bookshelf. This text has been chosen for modern republication because of its significant literary value and in the hope that it shall continue to be read and enjoyed by future generations. Originally published in 1946, we are proud to republish 'Pheasant Hunting' now complete with a new introduction to the sport of shooting wildfowl.
A Yachtsman's Guide to Knots and Splicing - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Methods of the Sailor
This book is a collection of classic articles on the subject of yachting, with detailed information on knots and splicing, selecting a boat, sailing on rivers, sailing in bad weather, and many other related aspects. Carefully selected for a modern readership, these articles will be of considerable utility to novice sailors, and would make for fantastic additions to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Outing Library of Sport - Boat Sailing in Fair Weather and Foul", "Sailing - A Guide for Everyman", "Sailing", "Small0Boat Sailing - An Explanation of the Management of Small Yachts, Half-Decked and Open Sailing-Boats of Various Rigs; Sailing on Sea and On River; Cruising, Etc.", "Motor Boating for All", "Boat Building and Boating", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on sailing.
Sailing
This vintage book is a complete and accessible guide to sailing. Designed especially for the 'landlubber', this volume provides just enough information to enable anyone to take out a small boat and bring her back safely. Heaton, an experienced sailor and author, offers a balanced and comprehensive approach to the entire spectrum of seamanship. The book is lauded for its clarity, its wealth of practical advice, and its ability to cover subjects relevant to every sailor, from the weekend enthusiast to the serious coastal cruiser. Contents include: What This Book is All About The Parts of the Ship Moorings Knots and Splicing Bending Sails and Hoisting Them The Theory of Sailing Getting Under Way Before The Wind Reaching Close-Hauled Anchoring, Picking up Moorings and Storing Ship Helmsmanship, Trim and Ballast Reefing, and Bad Weather Tactics This book is a timeless classic, recommended for beginner sailors seeking a solid foundation and experienced yachtsmen looking for a comprehensive reference on all aspects of practical seamanship.
How to Sail
This vintage book is a complete guide to sailing, with information on choosing your vessel, reading tides, racing, design and construction, navigation, and all other related aspects. Profusely illustrated and written in simple language, this book will be of considerable utility to both novice and seasoned sailor alike, and would make for a fantastic addition to allied collections. Contents include: Why They Enjoy It What Kind of Sailing? Picking The Right Boat Going Afloat Knots and Other Notions Managing More Sails Care of Sails Class Distinctions Can I Build Her? Long Life to the Boat Going Racing? Winning Moves You are Officer of the Day Tides and Tidal Streams This book is an essential, time-tested classic for beginner sailors, day-sailing enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a complete, confidence-building course in the art and practice of handling a small sailboat.
